The Lake George wildfire is still out of control and estimated at 150 hectares. No reports of damage to structures. @NSEmergency working on structure protection with local fire department. No further evacuations likely, although area residents should be prepared.
The Long Lake wildfires complex is being held at an estimated 8468 hectares. No new reports of damage. Road crews are repairing damaged roads where they can inside the active wildfire zone. Nova Scotia Power continues to inspect and repair its infrastructure in the area.
The Long Lake wildfires complex is now estimated at 3210 hectares. Change in size is due to crews being able to get a more precise GPS measurement while there was less smoke this morning. Still no reports of damage to homes. 1/2
We unfortunately need to share that a DNR helicopter crashed while working on the Long Lake wildfires this afternoon. The pilot has been rescued and taken for medical assessment. We thank everyone who helped, and our brave DNR & local crews who continue to fight these fires. 1/3
@DerickFage@SimmerDownCIH So sorry for your loss, Derick. I didn’t know him, but it sounds like he left an indelible mark on everyone who knew him. I suspect he was very grateful for you and your wife’s kindness. Take good care.
In order, where have you lived? Hmm.
New Delhi, India
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Ottawa, ON
Washington, DC
Cairo, Egypt
Ottawa, ON
Accra, Ghana
Bucharest, Romania
Shawnigan Lake, BC
Vancouver, BC
Caledonia, NS
Ottawa, ON
Halifax, NS
PUBLIC ADVISORY: RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment is responding to stolen vehicle complaints in #WestwoodHills. Heavy police presence in area searching for red Mazda 3 with some damage. Call 911 if seen. Do not approach.